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Which one of the listed requirements regarding the stowage of a survival craft corresponds to present SOLAS regulations? Each survival craft shall *be stowed:
On the starboard side of the ship
In a state of readiness so that two crew-members can prepare for embarkation and launching in less than 15 minutes
In a secure and sheltered position and protected from damage by fire or explosion
Wherever space is available
Which of the following names is given to the basic types of foam as far as they are differentiated according to the way bubbles are obtained:
Chemical, physical or mechanical foams
*Which of the following requirements applies to a fixed fire detection system?
The activation of any detector must initiate a visual and audible alarm
A power supply failure will initiate a visual and audible signal that must be distinct from the fire signal
If a fire signal has not received attention within 2 minutes an audible alarm must be automatically sounded throughout the crew accommodation spaces
What type of fire-extinguishing medium release is allowed for fixed gas fire-extinguishing installations? (SOLAS II-2/5.1.8)
Automatic release system incorporating alarm system for manned compartments
Manual operated release system only
Automatic release system activated by fire detectors
Automatic release system activated by the ship-s fire alarm
What type of nozzles for fire hoses can be provided aboard ships?
Spray type only, incorporating a shutoff
Jet type only, incorporating a shutoff
Dual purpose (jet/spray) type incorporating a shutoff
All of the above types can be provided
The recommended connection between antenna and VHF is:
The proper operation of the telex mode of an Inmarsat-A terminal can be tested by:
Doing a "commissioning test" at regular intervals
Requesting an " automatic linetest"
Sending a message to HF DSC
How many total frequencies are available for DSC distress alerting?
Which of the following two digits codes is used to obtain maritime assistance ?
The satellite of the Inmarsat-EPIRB system have:
A satellite receives the transmissions of a 1,6 GHz Inmarsat EPIRB. The transmissions of this EPIRB will be:
Passed to a LUT, as soon it is in range of the satellite
Directly passed to a ground station
Passed to the Ship Manager's office
Exclusively passed to a ground-station between 70 degrees N and 70 degrees S
Which one of the listed requirements regarding radiotelegraph installations for lifeboats do not correspond to present regulations?
The transmitter shall be fitted with an automatic keying device for transmitting radiotelegraph alarm and distress signal
If practicable, an antenna supported by a kite or balloon shall be provided
Reserve accumulator battery for two hours normal use to be provided
The installation shall be so designed that it can be used in an emergency by an unskilled person
“RECEIVED MAYDAY” is used in a:
Supplementary receipt on a distress alert
When received a weather report
Receipt of a distress alert
A « MRCC » is :
The master of a merchant ship who coordinates on scene search and rescue operations
The master of a SAR unit which coordinates on scene search and rescue operations
A SAR coordinating centre
What do you do after receiving a MF DSC DISTRESS call ?
You send immediatly a DSC DISTRESS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT call
You set watch on channel 2182 KHz
You send immediatly a DSC DISTRESS RELAY call
You set watch on channel 2187,5 KHz
By the term “Stand by” the operator of a coast-station means that one should:
Wait until the coast-station calls again
Switch back to the calling channel
Give the position of the ship
If there is an accidental discharge of oil from a tanker, which of these items will NOT have to be noted in the Oil Record Book ?
The time the discharge occurred
The ship-s position when the discharge occurred
The approximate quantity and the type of oil
The name of the person responsible for the oil discharge
A burn may occur when electricity of high current and voltage passes through the body. Most damage occurs at the points of entry and exit of electricity. What is the treatment of electrical burns?
Remove loose skin and apply ointment. Don't secure with bandage.
Place sterile dressing over the burn and secure with a bandage.
Apply lotions and ointment to injured area and secure with a bandage.
Break blisters and secure with bandage.
In which way may intake of poisonous material occur?
Skin penetration and skin absorption.
*What is the correct procedure to extinguish a soot fire in the exhaust boiler?
Reduce speed and use soot blowers if some are fitted
Increase speed or continue full speed
Stop the engine and let the fire burn out by itself
Stop the engine and use the CO2 fixed fire-extinguishing system
Which of the following fire-fighting equipment is the most efficient and has the least side effects in case of a large fire in an engine room?
Powder extinguishing system
Central gas extinguishing system and/or waterfog
Central foam extinguishing system
In what language/languages must the fire control plans or booklets (or copies of these) be written?
In the Flag State official language with copies in English or French
In the Flag State official language with copies in English
In the Flag State official language
During search and rescue operations an aircraft crosses the wake of your vessel close astern at low altitude.What does it indicate, if the aircraft rocks its wings, opens and closes the throttle or changes the propeller pitch?
Please call me on VHF 16 as you are not answering my calls
Your assistance is no longer required
Follow my direction to the ship in distress
Please remain where you are and await further instructions
Your vessel is moving in Panama canal waters. When must the chief engineer remain on duty in the engine room?
Only if the regular engineer is off duty
Only when requested by the pilot
When approaching or passing through locks and Gaillard cut.
An area A3 is:
an area excluding sea area A1 and A2 within the radiotelephone coverage of at least one MRCC in which continuous watch on 8414,5 kHz is available
an area excluding sea areas A0, A1 and A2
an area excluding sea areas A1 and A2 within the radiotelephone coverage of at least one Inmarsat geostationary satellite in which continuous alerting is available
Of the AM-signal:
both amplitude and frequency of the carrier wave are variable
amplitude is variable and frequency of carrier wave is constant
amplitude and frequency of the carrier wave are constant
The wave length of a radio signal in the ether is mainly determined by:
During duplex mode you are able to:
Talk to two stations simultaneously
Interrupt after releasing the PTT-switch
Satellite communication is usually provided by :
Which class of emission is used for VHF DSC transmissions ?
Give the meaning of this symbol:
lifebuoy with automatic sound signal
lifebuoy with light and smoke
*There are 3 lifeboats on each side of a passenger ferry engaged on short international voyage and having a factor of subdivision equal to 0,4. All these lifeboats are identical. What should be the total number of persons that can be accommodated in the 3 lifeboats on the starboard side altogether ? (*) N is the total number of persons that vessel is permitted to carry.
The thermal insulation provided to the wearer of an immersion suit made of material with inherent insulation is sufficient to ensure that the wearer's body core temperature does not fall more than:
6°C after a period of 2 h immersion in calm water at a temperature of between 0°C and 2°C
2°C after a period of 6 h immersion in calm water at a temperature of between 0°C and 2°C
1°C after a period of 6 h immersion in calm water at a temperature of between 0°C and 2°C
1°C after a period of 1 h immersion in calm water at a temperature of between 0°C and 2°C
Which one of the listed routine test and inspections of life-saving appliances is not required by the regulations?
Inspection of life-saving appliances, including lifeboat equipment shall be carried out monthly to ensure they are complete and in good order
Survival crafts and rescue boats with launching appliances shall be visually inspected weekly to ensure they are ready for use
Lifeboat engines to be run for at least 3 minutes every week
General emergency alarm to be tested daily
Which one of the listed requirements regarding inflatable liferafts corresponds to present regulations? Every liferaft shall be so constructed that:
in the event of capsizing it will automatically attain a position providing an above water escape
when floating in the inverted position it can be righted by one person
it's canopy has viewing ports in all directions
have at least two entrances
Which item among those below is included in the normal equipment of every liferaft ?
one searchlight which can work continuously for not less than 3 hours
two painters of a length equal to not less than the distance from the stowage position of the liferaft to the waterline
Which item among those below is included in the normal equipment of every liferaft ?
one set of fishing tackle
one searchlight which can work continuously for not less than 3 hours
two painters of a length equal to not less than the distance from the stowage position of the liferaft to the waterline
The Training Manual shall contain instructions and information on the life-saving appliances and the best method of survival. The training manual shall contain detailed explanations of crew duties in relation to emergency situations. Which of the following tasks or duties shall be included in the manual according to present regulations?
The use of oars and sails for survival crafts.
The method and use of on-board communication system.
The method of release from launching appliances.
Correct donning of fire protective clothing.
During mooring operations which is the safe place to be in?
Outside the colored zone.
Where ever you feel safe.
Behind the "point of restraint" but inside the zone.
Between the "point of break" and the "point of restraint".
What is an oxygen analyzer used for?
Measure oxygen contents in the atmosphere.
Check if there is explosive atmosphere in the oxygen.
Measure humidity in the oxygen.
Check if the oxygen is contaminated.
Welding and burning are two operations which give the highest risk of a fire on board ship. Which of the following safety precautions may be regarded as the most important in order to minimise this particular risk?
Electric welding plants should be controlled by a responsible engineer before use.
Only use electrodes from a well known manufacturer.
Only holders of a welding certificate should be allowed to carry out welding or burning on board ships.
The area where the welding is to take place and adjacent spaces to be cleaned and all unnecessary materials and objects to be removed.
What should each manufacturer of cargo tank coatings issue ?
A information guide stating type, when and how many microns of coating applied.
A resistance guide stating which chemicals are compatible with the coating.
A information guide stating how many microns of coating applied.
A resistance guide stating which poisonous vapours are compatible with the coating.
You are in an area of restricted visibility and hear this signal. It is repeated at two minute intervals. What does it indicate?
That there are two more vessels nearby.
That there is another vessel in the vicinity and that she has just altered course to port.
That there is another vessel nearby, that she is underway, but stopped and making no way through the water.
That there is another vessel nearby, but that she is at anchor.
How often should normal testing of the cooling water be done?
What is the correct name of the part highlighted in the sketch?
In the event of a diesel engine crankcase explosion which of the safety devices fitted to the engine is designed to minimise the risk of a secondary explosion?
Crankcase relief valves/doors
Main bearing temperature monitoring equipment.
Crankcase extraction fan.
Crankcase oil mist detector.
Which of the following parameters will result in oscillation
What is the necessary protection when you are rust chipping with air tools?
Gloggles and ear protectors
Protective clothing, safety shoes, earmuffs
Gloves, goggles, earmuffs
Protective clothing, safety shoes, gloves, goggles, earmuffs.
Why should wet cloths not be used for carrying hot cooking pans?
Because Health and Safety regulations prohibit the use of a wet cloth within 2.5 metres of a galley range.
Because they conduct heat quickly and may cause scalding.
Because a cloud of steam will be generated and the person carrying the pans may find it difficult to see where he is going.
Because the mositure will transfer to the pan and cool the contents.
What would be a typical oil feed temperature for purifying heavy fuel oil in a centrifuge in order to ensure good separation?
What should a cadet be aware of when using a needle gun?
A Cadet should be aware of the dangers associated with using a needle gun
A Cadet should be aware that the valve of a needle gun is not to be opened before starting to descale rust
A Cadet should be aware of the thickness of the needle gun valve
A Cadet should be aware that there could be a leak in the cowline of a needle gun
How are the membrane cargo containment systems that are frequently used on LNG carriers supported?
The membrane system is fully self supporting.
The membrane system is supported directly by the inner hull through support brackets.
The membrane system is supported by the inner hull through the insulation.
The membrane system is formed with corrugations which gives sufficient support.
Where are cargo hold water level detectors required to be fitted on bulk carriers?
At the port and starboard midship sections of each cargo hold
At the forward end of each cargo hold
At the after end of each cargo hold
What does crude oil consist of?
A natural mixture of carbon and sulphur isomers.
A mixture of carbon extracts and naturally occuring wax.
A natural mixture of simple and complex hydrocarbon compounds.
A refined blend of hydrocarbon compounds and sulphur extracts.
What would the Master require of the Chief Officer?
The Master would require the Chief Officer to organise a lifeboat drill
The Master would require the Chief Officer to repair the lifeboat engine
The Master would require the Chief Officer to test the lifeboat engine
The Master would require the Chief Officer to replace the lifeboat painter
On oil tankers, Cargo tanks can be isolated from machinery spaces by:
There are strict rules governing the placement and category of electrical equipment allowed in certain areas of liquefied gas carriers. One such category is that of flameproof enclosures. What is a flameproof enclosure?
One in which the equipment has such low electrical power that there is insufficient energy to ignite a flammable mixture and cause a flame.
One which can withstand the pressure build-up during an internal ignition of a flammable mixture and is designed to cool any flames occurring within the enclosure to below the ignition temperature.
One which is filled with inert gas to prevent formation and possible ignition of a flammable mixture.
One which is maintained under positive pressure so preventing the formation of a flammable mixture.
If all indications are that a cargo has been received without damages, irregularities or short shipment and the phrase "apparent good order and condition" are entered on the Bill of Lading, what type of Bill is this said to be?
An endorsed Bill of Lading.
A Due Title Bill of Lading.
A Bill of Lading completed for shipment.
Cargo residues of certain chemical substances are permitted to be removed by ventilation. What criteria is applied in determining if a cargo can be cleaned in this way? (Always accepting that local port authorities may have over-riding regulations on ventilation).
That the cargo discharged has a vapour expansion coefficient of at least 1.025.
That the cargo discharged has a vapour pressure greater than 5 KPa at 20 degrees Celsius.
That the vessel's ventilation system is capable of delivering a minimum of 20 changes of atmosphere per hour within the compartment.
That the volume of the tank does not exceed 1750 cubic metres, that the maximum remaining residues are less than 75 litres and that ventilation is additionally possible directly down the pumpstack.
If an engine does not turn when the starting air is applied, what could be the most probable cause?
One or more starting air valve(s) have stuck.
The starting air distributor does not rotate, the coupling drive defective.
Starting air pressure is too low.
You are going to inspect a fresh water tank together with one of the Engineers. Is it safe enough to open the manhole and enter the tank (it is only fresh water) or do you have to take extra precautions before entering?
Use a breathing apparatus if the oxygen level is below 21%
Bring a flashlight and put on safety shoes
Make sure that the tank/ enclosed space is gas free, ventilated and the oxygen content is measured. O2 content shall be 21% before entering the tank/ enclosed space
Remember to have a colleague standing by to assist you if any problems
This block diagram illustrates an elementary control system. What is the common name for this type of system?
Open loop feed back system
Closed loop feed back system
How will you act if you are helmsman and the OOW (officer on watch) gives you the order: ”Nothing to port”
Let the ship turn to starboard
Don’t let the ship turn to port
Alter course to starboard
Which of the suggested navigational systems is a "Hyperbolic" navigational system and has hyperbolae as position lines?
All of the suggested systems
Who must sign (and countersign) entries in a Cargo Record Book which documents cargo and cleaning operations on a chemical tanker?
Each completed operation shall be signed for and dated by the officer or officers in charge and, if applicable, by a surveyor appointed by the competent authority of the State in which the ship is unloading. Each completed page shall be countersigned by the master of the ship.
Each completed operation shall ner signed for and dated by the Officer or Officers of the Watch on which the operation took place. Each completed page shall be countersigned by the chief officer or the master of the ship.
Each operation shall be signed and dated by the officer or officers in charge and countersigned by the master of the ship. An entry and stamp shall be entered by the Responsible Person from the vessel's Management Office upon periodic inspection.
Each completed operation shall be signed for and dated by the pumpman or pumpmen instructed to carry out the task and countersigned by the officer in charge. A surveyor or superintendent may additionally sign to indicate that he has witnessed a particular operation.
What should be done if a twistlock is found cracked at the base?
Use it to lock under-deck container stows
Have it repaired on board
Use it in the lowest tier on deck
A vessel’s forward draught reading is 8.50m with a correction factor of 0.0242m; draught marks are painted abaft the forward perpendicular. What is the corrected forward draught if the vessel is trimmed by the stern?
From the options given, select the type of cleaner that is most suitable for washing down a refrigerated cargo space.
A cleaner which contains a powerful bleaching agent.
A cleaner which has a fresh smell such as the smell of pine.
A cleaner containing a powder scouring agent.
What is the name of this unit?
A hydrostatic release unit
An antistatic release unit
To whom should you report when the bow port or stern ramp is closed and secured?
The bridge/ Officer on watch
What does heaving result in?
Shearing of container twistlocks
Vertical accelerations acting along container corner posts
Longitudinal accelerations acting on hatch pontoons
On a RoRo vessel, where is the best place to find information on loading ramp limitations?
In the company's safety instructions
In the loading ramp manual
If a passenger asks you a question you cannot answer, what will you do?
Tell the passenger that you will confer your colleagues and revert with an answer, or you bring the passenger along to a colleague who can give an answer to the question. Never say I don't know!
Tell the passenger to approach the information desk/ reception on board
Tell the passenger to ask one of your colleagues who are more experienced than you are
Make up a story, the passenger doesn't really care
The densities of most hydrocarbon gas mixtures which evolve from normal petroleum products are greater than the density of air. What would be the approximate relative density of a mixture of 50% by volume of air and propane relative to 100% air?
Is it required to have supplementary emergency lighting on board ro-ro ships?
No, reflective marking indicates the escape routes
No, portable battery operated lamps shall be provided in alleyways and public spaces
Yes, all passenger public spaces and alleyways shall be provided with supplementary electric lighting
No, passengers should bring their own flashlights
You are paralleling two alternators and the pointer of the synchronoscope slowly stops rotating and remains stopped in one position before the circuit breaker is closed. This would indicate:
The voltage of the incoming alternator is the same as that of the main switchboard
The incoming alternator is in phase with the switchboard, but the frequency is not the same
The synchronoscope is not functioning properly and should be checked
The frequency of the incoming alternator is the same as that of the main switchboard
The Declaration of Security:
Details a ship’s security measures.
States the reporting procedures to government contact points.
Identifies the security responsibilities of shipboard personnel.
Addresses the security requirements shared between ships or between a port facility and a ship.
What must duty crew members ensure so that ro-ro units are not damaged on board?
Units must be driven at a safe speed
Units must not be driven in poor lighting conditions
Units must not be driven over ‘D’ rings
All on-board safety signs must be intact
Why do bulk carriers need to carry oxygen analysis and gas detection equipment?
Because this equipment is required under SOLAS 74/88
Because it is required under MARPOL 73/78
Because of IMO regulations regarding Enclosed Space Entry
Because it is required under the International Labour Convention
If you are the helmsman on duty, what would be the correct action if the OOW (officer on watch) gives you the order to: "Change over from Automatic pilot to Hand steering".
Standby the wheel and wait for the OOW to apply the appropriate controls to change from Automatic pilot to hand steering
Apply the controls to disconnect the Automatic pilot and engage hand steering. Start steering the vessel using the wheel and confirm with the OOW the change-over is complete and the course you are to steer
Apply the appropriate controls to disconnect the Automatic pilot and engage hand steering. Start manually steering the same course as was being steered by the automatic pilot.
Ask the OOW what course you are to steer and standby the wheel. Tell the OOW you are ready for changing over.
Witch statement about fire doors is true?
Should be kept closed at all time.
Should be kept open at all time.
When closed during an emergency, passengers may get hit and injured.
Fire doors have no specific function.
A water heating system with automatic temperature control uses steam as the heating medium and the temperature is controlled by a pneumatically operated valve? What would be an acceptable start up procedure of the system from cold state?
Start with the control valve in manual and use the hand jack to gradually increase the temperature by throttling the steam flow before changing to pneumatic control.
Start the system up in manual mode and gradually increase the controller output signal until the temperature reaches the required value before changing over to automatic control.
Start the system up in automatic mode with normal set point but with the steam supply to the control valve manually throttled in.
Start the system up in automatic mode with normal set point so that the required temperature is achieved as quickly as possible.
At what temperature should the meat and fish freezers be maintained?
Bananas form the largest proportion of fruit transported by sea. There are many varieties of banana. Which of the types given in the options is the most common type of banana that is transported by sea?
Who should operate ships' ramps, car platforms, retractable car decks and similar equipment?
All crew working on ro-ro deck.
Only the ships' officers.
Only competent persons authorised by a responsible ships' officer, in accordance with the company's work instructions.
Bosun and the loading officer
The internal e.m.f. generated in the phase windings of a lightly loaded a.c. generator is controlled by:
The prime mover speed and excitation current.
The internal volt drop and the load current.
The internal volt drop and the residual magnetism.
The prime mover and load current.
You are in charge of loading a crude oil cargo at a terminal which employs a Vapour Emission Control System (VECS). What should you do if the flow of gas to shore reaches the maximum declared capacity of the system?
Open the mast riser vents to relieve the excess pressure and bring the flow within the declared range.
Communicate with the terminal and request a controlled reduction in the loading rate until the flow again comes within range.
Reset the lifting pressure level on the Pressure / Vacuum valves to allow them to release more vapour to atmosphere.
Say nothing and hope nobody notices, so that loading is completed as soon as possible. .
Whish of the following disposal would be permitted?
Food waste from a vessel outside a special area and 10 miles from nearest land
Food waste from a vessel inside a special area and 10 miles from nearest land
Paper products from a vessel inside a special area and 15 miles from the nearest land
Food waste from a vessel outside a special area and 12 miles from the nearest land
High-level alarms are always switched on during loading operations. Is it necessary to have them switched on during discharge operations on a chemical tanker?
The only way a high level alarm will activate during discharge is as the set level is passed as the tank empties. It is therefore of no value to have them switched on.
No, the alarms are only of value and significance for an increasing liquid level such as is found during loading.
Yes, there is still a risk of overflow if several tanks are connected to a common line system.
It is wholly the choice of the Officer of the Watch whether he uses high level alarms during a discharge operation.
What would be considered to be the normal service life for rolling contact bearings fitted to a large turbocharger for a diesel engine?